Edinburgh Travel Guide
Edinburgh travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Edinburgh is a city in Lothian. Edinburgh is known for Castle, Royal Mile and the Fringe. It has a population of about 510.000.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in Edinburgh with light drizzle. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 46°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Edinburgh is June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 214 mi away. Nearby highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Lake District National Park and Loch Ness.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 5°F above the 55°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Edinburgh today at 8.2/10. Gusts to 48 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Edinburgh
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883)
Weather in Edinburgh right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:35 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 53° / 50°
Drizzle · 39% rain · wind 6 mph
🌦️ 51° / 43°
Light drizzle · 14% rain · wind 5 mph
Quick facts about Edinburgh
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Lothian |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883) |
| Population | 510.000 |
| Known for | Castle, Royal Mile and the Fringe |
| Local time | 1:35 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Edinburgh
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Edinburgh.
Best time to visit Edinburgh
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 48 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Edinburgh
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 214 mi | Dublin |
Attractions in Edinburgh
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Edinburgh
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Districts and neighborhoods in Edinburgh
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Explore Edinburgh
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is a city in Lothian. Its coordinates are 55.9533, -3.1883. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Edinburgh right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 81% and wind is 18 mph.
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Edinburgh, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Edinburgh in?
Edinburgh observes Europe/London (UTC+00:00). The local time is 1:35 AM.
How many people live in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has a population of approximately 510.000.
What is the nearest airport to Edinburgh?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Edinburgh?
Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Lake District National Park, Loch Ness, Isle of Skye and Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh covers 3 places in this atlas, including Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Old Town.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 1:35 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
